GEAR GRID

Vintage Brass Dice / $88

Let that seven roll and clean up the chips. This  set of brass dice brought to you by STAG is an unmatched pair for the gambler inside. Keep ‘em off the street, hustlers. However, if anyone ever challenges you to a game of dice, they’ll instantly regret it when you pull out this set of vintage hardware.

Give A Damn Championship Banner / $175

A friendly mantra reminder from Oxford Pennant, a kick-ass company that designs and manufactures wool felt pennants, flags, and banners. Because the second you stop giving a damn, someone who does will be one step ahead.

Lean Dean Dry Everblack / $185

If you’re looking for a pair of breeches that will stay jet black through the most weathered conditions and wears, these will be your huckleberry. Tried and tested by the CYTIES team the Lean Dean Everblack by Nudie are as advertised — forever, forever, ever BLACK. 

James Brand: The Elko / $85

Preparation, friends, it’s all in being ready for whatever the day throws at you. The Elko knife brought to you by James Brand is the essential that will have you covered from sun up to sundown. With a stainless steel blade, a pry bar that doubles as a keyring, bottle opener, screwdriver, and pry tool, Q from any Bond movie couldn’t make you more prepared. 

Halloween (Expanded Edition) / $30

Saturday Spin: 2018’s Halloween grossed a whopping $159 million against a $10 million budget, making it the most profitable Halloween movie since the 1978 original. And the soundtrack, was a thrilling hit. The album debuted at #12 on the Billboard Albums chart and #2 on the vinyl chart, thus becoming one of the most successful movie soundtracks in the last decade. Drop the needle to kick off the season of horrors with this expanded edition, and lock the doors.

101 Horror Movies You Must See Before You Die / $12

Internal demons, real-life vampires, anonymous serial killers, crazed spouses, vengeful ghosts, or Satan himself, how else would you love to spend your Sunday? Horror flicks are for a certain type of personality, especially the bloody cult favorites. This time of year though—no excuses. Get in the spirit of October and plan 101 reasons to love Halloween.

All Seeing Eye / $50

The All Seeing Eye is created on a 100-year-old chain-stitch machine down in Austin, Texas. Not quite like having eyes on the back of your head, but if you get this stitched to a pack or jean jacket, you’ll always have an eye on your back. Rock the Eye of God and watch as rays of good fortune shine in. 

Anatomia 16 Nero Boot / $645

Officine Creative has boutiques set up in New York, Paris, and Amsterdam. If you find yourself a resident of one of those beloved towns, we recommend you tie up whatever shoes you have on, head in, grab a new pair, lace ‘em up, and hit the concrete on your way out. For those not in the cities mentioned above, we got you covered with our favorite pair for October—polished black, and a stitched leather sole to match.

Reigning Champ: Pullover Hoodie / $165

First constructed in 1998, this heavyweight fleece is what started it all for the Canadain team at Reigning Champ. Widely known for its superior comfort and durability. The black hoodie in fall/winter is the equivalent of a white tee shirt in the summer—never a bad time to wear it, and it matches everything.

HWG: Moisturizing Hemp Lotion / $24

With every product produced from the team at HWG comes a simple guarantee; it works as hard as you do. The Moisturizing Hemp Lotion is a must-add to a line up of a daily grooming regiment. It’s made with pure Organic Hemp Seed Oil (THC free) and enriched with essential fatty acids, vitamins, and nutrients to replenish the skin. Apply to face and body as needed to hydrate, morning and night.

Miansai: Nexus Rope Bracelet / $55

When it comes to a sleek accessory that goes with most threads, the Nexus Rope Bracelet checks all the boxes. Made from the detail-obsessed crew at Miansai, the bracelet is constructed with a signature nylon/steel rope featuring a small sterling silver button loop closure. It’s a simple nod to an appreciation for small details, without feeling over the top. In the words of the makers, the piece is ” inspired by a classically minimal look, the simplicity is its greatest virtue.”

Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds - Murder Ballads / $29

“They call me The Wild Rose
But my name was Elisa Day
Why they call me it I do not know
For my name was Elisa Day”

The epic song from the enchanting poet Nick Cave. Murder Ballads is the artist’s 9th studio album and commercially their most successful. The record embarks on crimes of passion. A perfectly spooky album for the haunting month of October.

Hitch: The Life And Times Of Alfred Hitchcock / $16

Get to know the man behind the lens, pen, and mind. The Life and Times of Alfred Hitchcock has numerous photos from his family albums, interviews, and an in-depth study of his final film. This biography is genuinely just as gripping as one of his edge of your seat classics.

Huckberry X Timex Diver / $118

Timex watches are as classic as they come, offering a vintage blue-collar design. It was just a matter of time before our pals at Huckberry teamed up with the respected name to construct their first watch collab. The stainless steel case is 100 meters of water-resistance, a throw back to old-school dive watch inspiration, and the classic Huck logo is atop the dial, serving as a reminder to get out and find some adventure.

Notebook: Embossed Thunderbird / $98

Because sometimes you have words that are so great that the notepad app on your iPhone just won’t do them justice. This notebook with an embossed Thunderbird is made exclusively for the syle purveyors at STAG Provisions for Men. Created for the true wordsmiths, better grab one before the ink dries and they are all sold out.

MK2 Hawksmill Jacket / £175.00

You can expect a jean jacket on this Gear Gird every damn month. Our friendly reminder, that if you don’t have one, get one. The MK2 Hawksmill Jacket brought to you by London’s You Must Create, is the perfect jacket for trekking around Shorditch, Williamsburg, Silverlake, or anywhere in between. With selvedge denim woven in Japan, this indigo blue will evaporate any leftover summertime blues.  

Aesop Departure Kit / $65

With holiday hustle amongst us, it’s time to stock up on the items that keep us sharp and on point when in transit. Aesop has you covered in one complete slam dunk that might be all you need in the Dopp-kit, say hello to the coveted Departure Kit. Included is Resurrection Rinse-free hand wash, Aromatique Hand Balm, Blue Chamomile Facial Hydrating Masque, Facial Hydrosol Spray, Rosehip Seed Lip Cream, Mouthwash, and Toothpaste. Don’t turn into a zombie when jet-setting, arrive fresh-faced and ready for action at your destination. 

C.C.F. Acrylic Watch Cap Beanie / $24

No brand represents hard work better than Filson C.C.F. The classic Watch Cap Beanie is made of quick-drying acrylic knit, so it won’t just keep your noggin’ warm, but will also fend of any elements as it insulates even when it’s wet. Made in the good ol’ USA.